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  1. Walkers on the 50 walking route in Telford surrounded by bluebells
    A week-long celebration of walking, wellbeing and the great outdoors.
    1. 25 May 202631 May 2026
  2. A festival-style evening with live music, food and after-dark animal encounters.
    1. 23 May 2026
  3. Enjoy a seasonal garden tour with Head Gardener Anna Krapivina, followed by lunch.
    1. 24 Jun 2026
    2. 16 Sep 2026
    3. 11 Nov 2026
  4. World-class model air show with aerial pyrotechnics at Weston Park.
    1. 19 Jun 202621 Jun 2026
  5. A Krazy soapbox derby is heading to Telford Town Park
    1. 12 Jul 2026
  6. Hot air balloons in Telford Town Park arena
    Telford's annual Balloon Fiesta returns to Telford Town Park this August Bank Holiday
    1. 28 Aug 202630 Aug 2026

Things To Do Highlights

Nettie of the Gorge Floral Workshops

Beautiful and natural flowers with a touch of the wild. Promotes sustainability and supports local…

Meet the Mini Moos

Meet, feed and pet Europe's smallest and cutest cows!

Wellington Orbit

Wellington Orbit is a 63 seat cinema and café in the heart of Wellington, Shropshire. Affordable…

Lilleshall Hall Gardens

Nestled in the Shropshire countryside, Lilleshall Hall is set in spectacular and secluded…

Weston Park House & Gardens

Welcome to 1,000 acres of wonderful Set amongst 1,000 acres of Capability Brown landscaped parkland…

Airea51 main arena

AIREA51 is an indoor family adventure park in Telford.

Hoo Zoo & Dinosaur World

A wild day out for all ages

ODEON Luxe Telford

ODEON Telford offers film magic, luxury seating and cinema favourites.

XscapeNow

Telford’s award winning escape room. Six different themed escape rooms

Spa Treatments

The Spa is a great space to unwind and recharge Put your feet up and pamper yourself. Our…

Telford Town Park Waterplay

Looking for something a little different to do next time you visit Telford Town Park? Why not visit…

The Old Coracle Shed

The Ironbridge Coracle Trail is a very pleasant 20 minute walk along the River Severn between the…

Telford Bike Hub

Affordable bike hire in the heart of Telford Town Park.

Frontage of Telford Theatre, Oakengates showing Green and Purple colours to the building

Telford's largest live entertainment venue hosting a wide range of entertainment to suite everyone

Wellington Orbit

Wellington Orbit is a 63 seat cinema and café in the heart of Wellington, Shropshire. Affordable…

Exterior of Southwater Library illuminated in with purple lights

Southwater Library is on the first floor in Southwater One, an iconic gold building located in the…

Basket Making at Vine Willow Wood

Daisy Askins offers workshops in willow weaving and basketmaking in the Ironbridge Gorge.

Various breads including sourdough, focaccia, hot cross buns, Shropshire butter bun, cinnamon knot, tiger bread

A bread making school in Ironbridge with in-person and online classes teaching you how to make…

Royal Air Force Museum Midlands

Take off to the Royal Air Force Museum Midlands and enjoy a great day out for all the family.…

Young people playing adventure golf on a sunny day

Adventure Golf is set within the heart of Telford Town Park, the whole family can join in for this…

Buildwas Abbey

Visit the impressive ruins of Buildwas Abbey,  a Cistercian abbey, that retains its 12th century…

English Heritage Lilleshall Abbey

Lilleshall Abbey is a 12th-century Augustinian Abbey in peaceful rural setting close to the…

Footpath through woodland

Walking is a fantastic way to explore the Ironbridge Gorge World Heritage Site whether you’re a…

What's On Highlights

Reindeer sculpture workshop

Create a festive willow reindeer in this beginner-friendly weaving workshop.

Openings

Season

6th December 2026
Camper Jam 2026

A fun filled show with a chilled out, take it easy vibe.

Openings

Season

3rd July 2026-5th July 2026
Cinnamon the capybara's birthday party

Celebrate Cinnamon the capybara’s birthday with themed activities and zoo fun.

Openings

Season

12th September 2026
Ironbridge WWII Weekend

WWII re-enactment event in The Ironbridge Gorge

Openings

10am - 5pm

23rd May 2026-24th May 2026
Lunch with Weston's Head Gardener

Enjoy a seasonal garden tour with Head Gardener Anna Krapivina, followed by lunch.

Openings

Season

24th June 2026

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16th September 2026

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11th November 2026
Exotic Zoo Fossil Festival

Discover fossils, talks and hands‑on activities at Telford Fossil Festival.

Openings

11am - 4pm

6th June 2026
Willow Bird Feeder Workshop

A beginner-friendly willow weaving workshop to make a fat ball bird feeder.

Openings

Season

24th May 2026
Princess Brunch at Hickory's Smokehouse

A magical Princess Brunch with live characters, family dining and movie fun at Hickory’s.

Openings

Season

24th May 2026
Comic Con Midlands

Star guests, cosplay, panels and family fun at Telford International Centre

Openings

Season

5th September 2026-6th September 2026
Meerkat Mayhem at Exotic Zoo

Meerkat Mayhem with special talks and feeding sessions.

Openings

11am - 4pm

23rd May 2026-31st May 2026
World Parrot Weekend

A colourful spotlight on some of the world’s most intelligent and charismatic birds.

Openings

Season

30th May 2026-31st May 2026
World Meerkat Weekend

Discover fascinating facts about meerkat life in the wild, and take part in themed activities.

Openings

Season

11th July 2026-12th July 2026
International Primate Day

Celebrate International Primate Weekend with activities and the new Primate Experience at Hoo Zoo.

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Season

5th September 2026-6th September 2026
Ironbridge Heritage Celebration Walk

Follow the Iron Trail on a guided walk celebrating 40 years of the World Heritage Site.

Openings

Season

29th May 2026
International Watercolour Masters

World-class watercolour workshops and exhibitions at Lilleshall Hall

Openings

Season

13th May 2026-22nd May 2026
Willow Bread Basket Workshop

A beginner-friendly basketmaking course using traditional willow weaving techniques.

Openings

Season

12th July 2026
Spirit, Spice + Chocolate Festival

Something deliciously different is coming to Weston Park later this year

Openings

10am - 8pm

5th September 2026
Wolf Awareness Weekend

Discover wolves at Hoo Zoo with activities and insights into their behaviour and pack life.

Openings

Season

15th August 2026-16th August 2026
Krazy Races

A Krazy soapbox derby is heading to Telford Town Park

Openings

10am - 4pm

12th July 2026
Apley Farm Shop Nature Trail

Help find the missing magic seeds on a fun, family-friendly nature trail at Apley

Openings

Season

23rd April 2026-31st December 2026
Spring Exhibition

Spring Exhibition 2026 showcasing contemporary painting, printmaking and mixed media.

Openings

Season

3rd March 2026-31st May 2026
Flight by Night - Evening Bat and Moth Walk

Join a family‑friendly night walk to discover bats, owls and moths after dark.

Openings

Season

29th May 2026
Night time at the Zoo

A festival-style evening with live music, food and after-dark animal encounters.

Openings

5pm - 10pm

23rd May 2026
Willow garden decorations workshop

A beginner-friendly willow weaving workshop to make a dragonfly and bird feeder.

Openings

Season

14th June 2026

Where to Stay Highlights

Ironbridge Tiny Hideaway

Romantic hillside hideaway with views of Ironbridge and easy access to the Wharfage.

Front of Venue

Best Western Valley Hotel is a Country House hotel situated in the heart of the UNESCO World…

Ironbridge Holidays

Welcome to Ironbridge Holidays, a premier collection of self catering  accommodation in the famous…

The Water Rat Riverside Pub & Rooms

There are 6 beautifully appointed en-suite bedrooms in the connected Georgian House, with the large…

Bedroom at Ironbridge View Townhouse

Spectacular Views of the World's First Iron Bridge - Stay in an Award winning Holiday Home in…

The Barn Lees Farm - The Annex

Welcome to The Barn at Lees Farm located in the heart of the UNESCO World Heritage Site…

The Swan Taphouse

Where authentic American Pit BBQ & English Classics come together with one big bite. Enjoyed with a…

Premier Inn Newport Telford

Situated on the edge of the historic market town of Newport, the 83-bedroom Premier Inn…

The International Hotel

Our hotel has 101 bedrooms, a mixture of double and twin occupancy. Continental breakfast is…

Priory Cottage Stable Wing

Self Catering cottage in the heart of Much Wenlock, 5 miles from Ironbridge. Attractive listed…

YHA Coalbrookdale

YHA Ironbridge Coalbrookdale is located within the Ironbridge Gorge World Heritage Site, home to 10…

1 Park Grange Holidays Static Caravans

STATIC HOLIDAY CARAVANS CARAVAN CLUB TOURING SITE [CL] We are a small family run Park set in the…

Puddle Duck Cottages

Award winning luxury self-catering holiday cottages that have been featured as one of the top…

The White Hart

Sitting on the Banks of the River Severn in the heart of the World Heritage Site of Ironbridge…

The Barn Lees Farm - Yurt

Welcome to The Barn at Lees Farm located in the heart of the UNESCO World Heritage Site Ironbridge…

Ramada Hotel Telford

Set in the heart of Telford with its beautiful on site gardens, the Ramada Telford Ironbridge has…

voco Telford Ironbridge

Contemporary Telford hotel with leisure facilities, dining and easy access to local landmarks.

Temple of Diana

A stay on the estate gives guests the chance to truly enjoy the beauty and tranquillity of the…

Coalbrookdale Villa Guest House

Coalbrookdale Villa Guest House is set in the quiet village of Coalbrookdale, just a mile from the…

Coalport Station Holidays

Coalport Station Holidays offers exceptional self-catering accommodation in two railway carriages…

TEL;Scouts Meadow

Located in the UNESCO World Heritage Site Ironbridge Gorge, Scout's Meadow is tucked away through…

The outside of The Summer House

The Summer Houses is a unique and romantic Grade II listed tower and the perfect choice for a…

News and blog

Inspiration

  1. New voco hotel opens in Telford

    The Southwater Event Group, (SEG) today announces that the Holiday Inn Telford-Ironbridge has officially rebranded to voco Telford Ironbridge.

    14 May 2026
  2. National Trust to reopen Ironbridge Gorge sites in phases from spring 2026

    The National Trust has confirmed further details on the phased reopening of Ironbridge Gorge sites, with several key attractions set to welcome visitors from May.

    29 Apr 2026
  3. XscapeNow launches new 'Sultan's Secret' attraction

    A six-figure immersive experience, a 90-minute adventure with live actors, and a UK-first finale set to put Telford firmly on the map.

    20 Apr 2026
  4. RAF Museum Midlands joint top of Which's best UK museums list

    The RAF Museum Midlands is proud to announce it has been awarded Which? Recommended Provider status in the prestigious ‘Best Museums and Galleries in the UK’ category.

    14 Apr 2026
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